Guide to Watching the Orionid Meteor Shower in 2025

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Guide to Watching the Orionid Meteor Shower in 2025
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The Orionid meteor shower, peaking around 8 p.m. ET on Monday, offers a spectacular display of fast-moving meteors, best viewed in the southern sky during clear nights, coinciding with a new moon for optimal visibility. The shower originates from debris from Halley's comet and may be complemented by the Southern Taurids, with other meteor showers expected in the coming months.

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